Eternal vs. Everlasting

In this lesson, we're going to analyze all the little details about this pair of confusing words. Ready to continue? Let's begin our journey, then.

"Eternal" vs. "Everlasting" in English

What Is Their Main Difference?

Both of these terms are used to describe something that lasts forever. However, 'eternal' indicates something that has no beginning and no end. It typically relates to abstract concepts or spiritual matters. 'Everlasting', though, is about something that has a beginning but never ends. It can refer to both concrete and abstract things and suggests ongoing duration or continuity.

Differences

As mentioned above, when something is eternal, it has existed and it will continue to exist. In other words, it has no beginning and no ending. Look below:

In many cultures, people believe that spirits are eternal.

Love is often considered an eternal emotion.

'Everlasting' refers to something that has a beginning. However, it will last forever. Let us check out the examples below:

This invention will have an ever lasting impact on humanity.

And may you all find ever lasting peace within you.

Similarities

As stated above, they both describe the existence of something and refer to it as living forever. Look:

Researchers have found out that plastic is ever lasting in nature.

I don't really believe in spirits, let alone eternal ones.

Are They Interchangeable?

In most cases, most people use these two words interchangeably. Compare:

✓ I hope you find true, ever lasting love, Hannah!

✓ I hope you find true, eternal love, Hannah!

Comments

Loading recaptcha
  • linkedin
  • linkedin
  • facebook
  • facebook
  • email

You might also like

Essential vs. Necessary

bookmark
In order to add to your bookmarks you must sign in
This time, we've decided to focus on analyzing these two confusing words. When do we use each of them? Well, we're about to find out.

Exhibit vs. Exhibition

bookmark
In order to add to your bookmarks you must sign in
Now, we wanna teach you all there is about the similarities and differences between these two confusing words. Are you interested? C'mon.

Environment vs. Ecosystem

bookmark
In order to add to your bookmarks you must sign in
In this lesson, we're going to learn all about the details between 'environment' and 'ecosystem'. I'll guarantee you won't regret coming with us.

Ethics vs. Morals

bookmark
In order to add to your bookmarks you must sign in
Now, let's talk about the differences and similarities between 'ethics' and 'morals'. These two are fairly common so, what not learn about them?

Error vs. Mistake

bookmark
In order to add to your bookmarks you must sign in
Now, we wanna tell you all there is about 'error' and 'mistake'. I can see how far you've come and it is amazing that you have built a learning habit.

Former vs. Latter

bookmark
In order to add to your bookmarks you must sign in
In this lesson, we are going to look into the differences and similarities between 'former' and 'latter'. I promise you'll like it. C'mon.
LanGeek
Download LanGeek App